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In the lead up to the Darwin Fringe Festival, our very own Viv was lucky to meet up with Julia Wilson to talk about her journey into comedy and travelling the world doing what she loves. In 2010, Julia travelled to the Solomon Islands with the ADF to perform for our troops - we’re excited to share Julia’s story! How did you get into comedy? I was a bouncer and bodyguard for ten years - we’d all tell stories at staffies in the pub after the punters had left, about what had h

If you’re new to Darwin, you’ll hear it everywhere - “Wait for the Dry.” And then suddenly… it arrives. The skies turn that perfect clear blue. The humidity backs off. The sunsets sharpen. The breeze rolls in off the water, and you remember why people fall in love with this place. The Dry Season isn’t just a change in weather; it’s a shift in energy. Locals come out of hibernation, markets are buzzing, decks are full, picnic rugs are back on the grass. The Waterfront hums and

Support women. Support mothers. Be patient. Be kind. In Darwin, the hospitality industry isn’t just built on food; it’s built on women. Women who lead kitchens, run venues, raise families, juggle full-time jobs and still show up every day with strength, creativity and heart. As a mother-daughter business ourselves, we see it all up close. Every week we turn up for shoots with cameras, ideas and Abi’s little boy, Jaya, on her hip, and the way these women welcome him says every

As a wife and mother of two energetic boys, I had hoped to postpone the inevitable camping trip for just a little longer. However, my eldest had other plans, excitedly requesting a family getaway filled with bonfires, marshmallows, fishing and bush walks. Camping, in my mind, conjured images of sleepless nights, bugs, and discomfort. But seeing the joy on my children’s faces made it impossible to say no. So, I began my search, Googling the best camping options around Darwin.

There’s camping, and then there’s Gunn Point beach camping... No crowds, screens or schedules, just a 5km stretch of sand where you can drop a line, go searching for shells and sand dollars, and hunt for mud crabs by day, while roasting marshmallows over a campfire with an epic sunset by night. Situated a mere hour outside Darwin’s CBD, makes this spot an easy, unique beach camping experience for us Top Enders. Swimming may be off the cards due to the local Salties & Stinge

Fishing Adventure review of YKnot Fishing Charters by The Top Ender Magazine. Our reviews help you make the most out of the Top End.

Barunga Festival is an authentic Aboriginal cultural experience, celebrating indigenous art, dance, music, sport and culture.

Hello from our family to yours! We are a little RAAF family living in the beautiful Katherine and Tindal area in the Northern Territory....

In the lead up to the Darwin V8’s, we had the fortunate opportunity to speak with the Queen of Motorsport, Betty Klimenko AM, about her...

If you’re looking for a summer escape, Kakadu is at its most stunning in the tropical summer, with a tremendous range of adventure options m